06 Oct 2026 BEACON A bright and bold BEACON of belonging this epic, large-scale installation becomes a landmark for joy across the 10 days of BLEACH Festival. Arts & cultureExhibitions & festivalsFamily friendlyMusicSchool holidays Surfers Paradise
06 Oct 2026 5 more dates BLEACH Festival BLEACH Festival is back like you've never seen it before. Arts & cultureExhibitions & festivalsFamily friendlyMajor events Surfers Paradise
06 Oct 2026 4 more dates Hockey Australia Men's Masters Championships The 2026 Hockey Australia Men's Masters Championships will be held on the Gold Coast, Queensland. Sports Labrador
06 Oct 2026 Messy Play: Halloween Disney and Friends A Halloween morning of hands on, taste safe sensory play for little ones by the Coomera River, themed around Disney characters and friends. Family friendlyTalks & workshops Mount Nathan
06 Oct 2026 5 more dates PERSPECTA II – 7 Artists exploring LAND, SEA, RIVER and HOME PERSPECTA II invites visitors to step into a continuing dialogue between artists and the environments that surround, shape and inspire us. Arts & cultureExhibitions & festivalsFamily friendly Currumbin Waters
06 Oct 2026 Care & Lifestyle Expo For seniors, carers, families and the community to explore local services, connect with providers, and learn about support available in the community. Community events & fundraisersSeniors Labrador
06 Oct 2026 Shannon Marshall & The Souls Almighty Join us for an unforgettable evening of jazz with the Shannon Marshall and The Souls Almighty. Arts & cultureMusic Southport
07 Oct 2026 4 more dates Gold Coast Titans All Schools The Gold Coast Titans All Schools (GCTAS) is the world's largest touch football tournament, held annually each October at the Gold Coast Performance Centre... SportsYouth Runaway Bay
07 Oct 2026 50 more dates Surfers Paradise Beachfront Markets A free, family-friendly outdoor shopping experience by the beachside, every Wednesday, Friday and Saturday from 4pm to 9pm. Family friendlyMarkets Surfers Paradise